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Amerigeddon Runtime: 92 minutes Rating/Parental Guidance: PG-13 (Sequences of Violence) Studio: Forewarned Franchise: None Franchise Position: None Runtime in minutes: 92 Tagline You were warned. Trailer link   IMDb Cast List Link Ratings My rating: 3 IMDb rating : 3.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes rating: 55% audience score –https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/amerigeddon_2016 Metacritics rating: (not found) Plot Summary In Amerigeddon, the United Nations and a globalist cabal unleash an electromagnetic pulse that cripples the U.S. power grid. The puppet president declares martial law, and UN-backed forces occupy the nation. Lieutenant Brandon Lane defects and, along with his family, forms a resistance to reclaim freedom and confront the globalists. Critics Review This low-budget thriller mixes Red Dawn-style resistance with survivalist propaganda. Critics and viewers are mixed; Rotten Tomatoes' audience reactions hover at 55%, reflecting polarized reception regarding its premise and execution....

American Sniper Runtime: 133 minutes Age rating: R Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures Franchise: None Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: The most lethal sniper in U.S. history. Trailer link :  Cast list (IMDb) :  Ratings My rating: 7/10 Dove Foundation rating: Not approved  IMDb rating: 7.3/10  Rotten Tomatoes rating: 72%  Metacritic rating: 72  Plot Summary Based on the autobiography of Chris Kyle, American Sniper follows the life of the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history. The film chronicles Kyle’s multiple tours in Iraq, his precision in combat that saves countless lives, and the emotional struggles he faces upon returning home. The story captures the battle between his duty to serve and his desire to be present for his family, emphasizing the heavy cost of war on both the battlefield and at home. Critics Review Critics praised Bradley Cooper’s committed performance and Clint Eastwood’s understated direction. The film was commended for its visceral...

The Alamo Runtime: 184 minutes Rating: PG Studio: 20th Century Fox Franchise: None Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: “Blood Will Tell Who Is Free.” Trailer link:  Cast link :  Ratings My Rating: 8/10 Dove Foundation Rating: Family Approved IMDb Rating: 7.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 86% Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary The Alamo is an epic historical war film depicting the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, where a small group of Texan defenders fought against overwhelming Mexican forces. Led by legendary figures like Davy Crockett (John Wayne), William Barrett Travis, and Jim Bowie, the defenders hold out in a desperate bid for Texas independence. The film portrays themes of sacrifice, heroism, and patriotism against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in American history. Critics Review Critics praised The Alamo for its grand scale, stirring performances, and vivid battle scenes. John Wayne’s direction and portrayal of Davy Crockett were particularly highlighted. While some criticism was aimed a...

Title: 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi Runtime: 144 minutes Age Rating: R Studio: Paramount Pictures Franchise Name: None Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: Six men. Two days. One mission. Trailer :  Cast List:   Ratings My Rating: 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation : Not Rated  IMDb : 7.3/10   Rotten Tomatoes : 51%  Metacritic : 52/100  Plot Summary Based on the true story, this film depicts the six-man security team who defended the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, during a fierce terrorist attack in 2012. Critics Review The movie is praised for its intense action and realistic battle scenes but criticized for a lack of character depth and political controversy around its portrayal. Christian Perspective Themes of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice align with Christian virtues of courage and selflessness, though the film’s war context calls for thoughtful reflection on violence. Family Friendliness Rated R for intense violence and langua...

Title: 12 Strong Runtime: 128 minutes Age Rating: R Studio: Lionsgate Franchise Name: None Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: When everything changed, they were the first in. Trailer :  Cast List   Ratings My Rating: 6.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb : 6.6/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 50%  Metacritic : 53/100  Plot Summary Based on a true story, 12 Strong follows a U.S. Special Forces team deployed to Afghanistan immediately after 9/11. They work with local Northern Alliance fighters to overthrow the Taliban regime in the early days of the war. Critics Review The film received mixed reviews, praised for its intense action and performances but criticized for underdeveloped characters and some historical inaccuracies. Christian Perspective Themes of courage, sacrifice, and fighting for justice resonate with Christian values, although the film also raises questions about the morality of war and violence. Family Friendliness Rated R for war violence and language, it is re...

Casablanca (1942), PG, 1 hr 42 min Franchise: Standalone Tagline: They had a date with fate in Casablanca! Main Cast Humphrey Bogart as Rick Blaine Ingrid Bergman as Ilsa Lund Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo Claude Rains as Captain Louis Renault Conrad Veidt as Major Heinrich Strasser Sydney Greenstreet as Signor Ferrari Peter Lorre as Ugarte Dooley Wilson as Sam S.Z. Sakall as Carl Madeleine LeBeau as Yvonne Joy Page as Annina Brandel John Qualen as Berger Reviews Synopsis Set during World War II, Casablanca tells the story of Rick Blaine, a cynical American bar owner in Morocco whose past love suddenly walks into his bar—with her resistance-leader husband in tow. Torn between love and duty, Rick must decide whether to help them escape the Nazis… or keep Ilsa for himself. Overview This is one of those rare films where every scene feels iconic. Romance, sacrifice, patriotism, and moral tension are all tightly packed into a sharply written script with unforgettable performances. It’s the ...